Benefits & Compensation Director

Renesas Electronics•Austin, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Total Rewards Director is a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s Americas total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and well-being programs. The role ensures rewards offerings are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives, culture, and values. The successful candidate will bring expertise in total rewards strategy, data-driven decision making, and compliance, with a focus on attracting, motivating, and retaining talent. The position is local to Austin, Texas; remote work is not available. No relocation assistance is offered. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is unavailable. The role is with Renesas, an embedded semiconductor solution provider with a global team of more than 21,000 people in over 30 countries.

Requirements

12 or more years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, including 5 or more years in a leadership role.
Proven track record developing and implementing total rewards strategies in complex, multi-location organizations.
Deep knowledge of compensation and benefits regulations and best practices.
Strong analytical and financial acumen.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Must be local to Austin, Texas.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer cannot sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
Global experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with organizational goals and talent attraction and retention.
Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on compensation and benefits trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure compensation practices support workforce and market competitiveness.
Build and maintain relationships with external consultants and vendors to maximize service delivery and cost efficiencies.
Promote employee understanding and satisfaction with compensation and benefits through communication strategies and education initiatives.
Lead job evaluation and market pricing, and monitor total rewards trends and regulatory changes to keep programs current and competitive.
Use data and analytics to inform decisions and measure program effectiveness.
Ensure compensation and benefits practices comply with applicable labor laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Direct the strategy and administration of health, retirement, wellness, and leave programs.
Evaluate and negotiate with benefits vendors to optimize value and cost-effectiveness.
Drive initiatives that enhance employee well-being and engagement.
Lead and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.